Yamaha YZF-R125 User manual

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YZF-R125A
YZF-R125
OWNER’S MANUAL
BR6-F8199-E0
MOTORCYCLE
[English (E)]
Read this manual carefully before oper-
ating this vehicle.

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Readthis manual carefully before operatingthis vehicle. This manual
shouldstay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Introduction
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the YZF-R125A, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experi-
ence and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-qual-
ity products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages
of your YZF-R125A. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to op-
erate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself
and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in
the best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to
contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put
safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. There-
fore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at
the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please readthis manual carefully andcompletely before operatingthis mo-
torcycle.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following
notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is usedto
alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoidpossible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, couldresult in death or
serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that
must be taken to avoiddamage to the vehi-
cle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make proce-
dures easier or clearer.
YZF-R125A
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2016 by MBK INDUSTRIE
1st edition, June 2016
All rights reserved
Any reprintingor unauthorizeduse
without the written permission of
MBK INDUSTRIE
is expressly prohibited.
Printedin France.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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Table of contents
Safety information ............................1-1
Description ........................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view........................................2-2
Controls and instruments................2-3
Instrument andcontrol functions....3-1
Main switch/steering lock ...............3-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................3-2
Multi-function meter unit.................3-4
Handlebar switches.......................3-12
Clutch lever ...................................3-13
Shift pedal .....................................3-14
Brake lever ....................................3-14
Brake pedal ...................................3-15
ABS ...............................................3-15
Fuel tank cap.................................3-16
Fuel................................................3-17
Catalytic converter ........................3-18
Rider seat ......................................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system........3-20
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ...............................................4-1
Operation andimportant riding
points .................................................5-1
Starting the engine ..........................5-2
Shifting ............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................5-4
Engine break-in ...............................5-4
Parking ............................................5-5
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ........................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ...............................6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ..............6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ...........................6-4
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel......................6-7
Checking the spark plug.................6-9
Engine oil and oil filter element..... 6-11
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose..... 6-15
Checking the engine idling
speed......................................... 6-16
Adjusting the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-16
Valve clearance............................. 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels .................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Checking the front brake lever
free play..................................... 6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ............................................ 6-22
Brake light switches...................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake
pads........................................... 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level....... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid............... 6-25
Drive chain slack........................... 6-26
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain.......................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal................................ 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 6-30
Lubricating the swingarm pivots... 6-30
Checking the front fork ................. 6-31
Checking the steering................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-32
Battery .......................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-34
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-35
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-35
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-36
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